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2021 Graduate Profiles

Messages for the Class of 2021

Hi McKenzie, we are so proud of you and your accomplishments. Hope the future will be all that you are hoping for. All the best!! Love You!

Marjorie and Garth Pugh
Family

Congratulations to every single slug. You have worked hard through fires, protests and a pandemic and worked toward your goal with remote learning. You made it!

Nakama Family
Parent

Congratulations to Theater Arts majors and minors and Dance minors! You are amazing!

Moon Rinaldo
Staff

Dear International Slugs, I'm so very proud of you! Alongside your fellow Slugs, you have achieved a great accomplishment. Additionally, you did it far away from home, in a new educational system, likely in a second (or third or fourth) language, and during a pandemic! Together we are Slug Strong! Can't wait to see what you do next.

Lisa Swaim
Staff

Way to go, Banana Slugs. You persevered during an extraordinarily challenging time and reached this huge goal! We are so proud of you and can’t wait to see what ya’ll do next.

Lea Taddonio
Staff

Congratulations Class of 2021! Wishing you happiness and success in your future journeys.

Maya Hernandez
Staff

Hi Janelynn! We just wanted to congratulate you on your great accomplishments. It is a great testament to your hard work and dedication.We are so proud of you and we love you. Love always, Uncle Ross, Auntie Dhang, Byron & A.J.

Anonymous
Family

Congratulations, Jasmine Smith! We are so proud of you! Mom and Dad

Anonymous
Parent

You’ve endured a global pandemic and catastrophic wildfires during your studies, and you still did it. Class of 2021, you can do anything! We look forward to seeing all of the good things you do. Congratulations!

Anne Wood
Parent

Cureha, I’ve known you since we were preschoolers and you’ve come so far. Cali is mad far away but you’ve been doing so good for yourself and we respect the grind. Congratulations on graduating this year. <3

Emi Oya-McCreery
Friend

You did it! Congratulations, Cureha! Best wishes for your next adventure🎉🎉

Naoko Sugiyama-Williams
Friend

Much like the character, Nick Carraway, that he portrayed in The Great Gatsby, Brent had an observer's eyes. His humility good-natured interactions w everyone at AHS meant he fit in in every environment - be it the track, on stage, or in the class. Congrats on a fine achievement, & know that we at AHS still appreciate how you made your mark here years ago.

Ken Rhoades
Friend

Dearest Granddaughter, I am so proud of you, and always have been! Enjoy this graduation day. Wish we could be there to celebrate with you 🎉. With much love, Grammie 🎈 💙💛

Grammie Carlson
Family

So proud of all the graduates. Despite challenges and online classes, you persevered! Special shout out to my daughter, Mykenzie. You inspire me!

Katrina Cohill
Parent

Skyler, Happy graduation!! I’m so proud of you and all your hard work that has gotten you here! You are so intelligent, beautiful, and strong; I admire you so much. You are going to do incredible things! <3 Love, Your non-biological sister

Lauren
Friend

Congratulations on your well-deserved achievement Garrett! You have conquered the mountain and now onto new adventures!! It’s all downhill from here! Well done, you rock, way-to-go, woohoo...so proud of you!!!

Chris and Kim Talbot
Friend

Congratulations, Paige! You excelled at UCSC and you should be incredibly proud of your accomplishments. It's wonderful that you're joining the UCLA family and I can't to see what's in store for you in the future. I'm so proud to be your brother. Much love, Ryan

Ryan Andersen
Family

Brenna! You are amazing and you graduating is no surprise. Please, keep being you. Keep being that stubborn but loveable kid. Keep that smile. Keep being that big sister. You are amazing. If the world doesn't have big plans for you (we all know it does) , I know you will prove the world wrong.

Roger Farley
Family

David, I am so proud of you! I am amazed at your knowledge and deep presence of purpose. You have been there for me many, many times and I hope you know that I love and adore you! Congratulations!!!!

Anonymous
Family

Congratulations Deven on this amazing accomplishment! I am so proud of you and so excited to see what’s in store for the next chapter!

Trang
Family

Congratulations Devon! We are all very proud of you! Love your amazing personality and the man you have grown to be. Cant wait to see what the future holds for you! We LOVE YOU!

Ava, Nataly, and Uncle Anthony
Family

Congrats! McKenzie! You did it! All three of us are very proud of you and we hope you continue to kick butt on your future aspirations. We love you!

Anthony & Katja & Leona
Family

Congratulations to all our amazing AY seniors!!! We are so immensely proud of all of you and your accomplishments from the past four years. We can't wait to see you flourish after college and cheer you on from Santa Cruz, you will all be deeply missed. Love, Alpha Psi <3

Alpha Psi
Friend

To all class of 2021, Congratulations, specially to my smart and beautiful granddaughter Janelynn Camingue. CONGRATS apo. Love you, From: Your grandma Linda

Erlinda Diala
Family

Jenny!😭 you are absolutely the best! I am so proud of your resilience and of all the hard work you have done. Your accomplishment is done, but your drive is not, and I am sure better things are coming your way as you continue to explore your educational and life path! You will always have my support. Way to go friend! I know you are destined for greatness.

Aaron L. L.
Friend

Congratulations Janelynn Camingue!!! We are so proud of you. We love you. Always, Mom and Dad

Jane and Larry Camingue
Parent

Hey McKenzie, Your hard work has paid off! We're very proud of you and your graduation accomplishment! We know you are destined for great things. We look forward to seeing you in Hollywood. We love you very much! Love, Uncle Curtis and Auntie Nikki!

Curtis and Nicole Pike
Family

You Guys Did It!!! The last year has proved that anything is possible. Keep pushing and you will reach your goals!!! Elizabeth Jade Saetern... I Love You and I am so proud of your achievements!!! Reach for the stars ✨ and shatter many glass ceilings Baby Girl!!!

Muang Saephan
Parent

McKenzie we are so proud of the woman you have become. Congrats on your college diploma and we wish you all the best on your new endeavors. Sending hugs and kisses all the way from Texas!!!!

Tanya Henderson and family
Family

Dear Class of 2021 - Congratulations on this HUGE accomplishment!! It's challenging getting through college, but to do so amidst a global pandemic is monumental. You have my utmost admiration and respect. Wishing much success and joy on your paths ahead. The World needs you! Patricia Jackson College Eight, Class of 1991 Anthropology, B.A.

Patricia Jackson
Alumni

Your did it slugs! Way to go!!!

Julia
Parent

Congratulations, Wil! You did it! We are so proud of you. You have a bright future ahead! We love you ❤️

Julia
Parent

Congrats Evan Mercado on graduating! I’m so proud of you and I cannot wait to see what the future holds for you! Welcome to the post grad life! Enjoy! Love you cousin! Love, Sarah

Sarah Tobo
Family

CUREHA! I’m so proud of how far you’ve come in life and now you’re getting a head start into your next chapter in life! I’m so lucky to call you one of my greatest friends and can’t wait to see where you will go next!

Yuta Sugiyama
Friend

Congratulations Paigey! love you so much and am so proud of you! Having each other while we grow up has been nothing short of magical and I can’t wait to see all the incredible things you will continue to accomplish. Thank you for being such a good role model and I just know you’ll make such a difference in this world. Love you cousin!!!

Brynn Thomas
Family

Congratulations, Paigey! We are beyond proud of ALL that you have accomplished in the past four years, as well as ALL that you have contributed to your campus and student body. You have made the most of your undergraduate college experience, and we know you will continue to flourish in all that is ahead. Congrats again! Love you lots! Go Slugs!

Aunt Kristen & Uncle Jay
Family

We are so proud of you! You did it, even with a whole pandemic thrown at you. We love you and are excited to see where your passions lead you.

Briana Stickney
Family

Pedro! I’m so proud of you and how far you’ve come. This is just the beginning.

Gipsons
Family

Brent Hopkins graduating from UCSC fantastic! I remember you from class ten years ago at Mitchell Senior. I remember being impressed with your writing abilities. It is good to hear that you have made it and are graduating. Best wishes in your future endeavors! Well done!

David Ward
Friend

Congratulations PJ!!! I’m so proud of you! Excited to see what the future holds. You-da-man.😊 Love you!♥️

Angela Arciniega
Parent